Although Salve Regina College had received a charter from the State of Rhode Island in 1934, the school had no facility in which to operate until 1947. In that year, Robert Goelet donated the family’s summer home, Ochre Court, to the Sisters of Mercy, and the college opened its doors to welcome the first group of students.
Located next to the Cliff Walk on Ochre Point, Salve Regina’s campus has grown to encompass several historic estates and commands a desirable position in Newport. The campus spans 75 acres and more than two dozen structures, including many architecturally significant buildings from the 19th and early 20th centuries that have been sensitively adapted to meet the university’s needs. Several other facilities were constructed to serve the needs of a modern university while blending with the architectural environment. The grounds are also significant, featuring rare imported trees and designs by some of the country’s foremost landscape architects.
The university continues to act as a steward of this heritage and is actively engaged in preserving the splendor of its Gilded Age properties, while also adapting them for educational use.
For additional information about individual buildings and the campus overall, please see the brochure "A Walking Tour of Salve Regina University: From Gilded Age Estates to Inspired Education." A copy is located in Folder 1 of the first box in the RG 19 manuscript collection.
Notes on individual buildings
Timeline of acquisition or new construction
This collection is not restricted.
Various copying restriction apply, according to the Archives' use policy. Guidelines are available from the Salve Regina University Archives. Salve Regina University owns the copyright to material produced by employees and trustees of the University and work for hire. Requests for permission to publish material from the University Archives should be directed to the Archivist. See also the Archives' copyright and publication statement. Images produced by the Rhode Island Historical Society and the Providence Journal Company may not be reproduced.
Photographic materials of standard size are housed in polypropylene archival enclosures in O-ring binder boxes, and oversized materials are housed in polypropylene archival enclosures in a larger flat storage box.
[Identification of item], in PG 19: Photographs of university properties, [Box #], Salve Regina University Archives, McKillop Library, Salve Regina University, Newport, RI
This photograph group contains still images related to the buildings, landscapes, and artworks owned by the university. These images are produced from digital photographs and through chemical photographic printing processes, such as prints, slides, and negatives. Other pictures and illustrations created through mechanical processes, such as postcards, are located in RG 19: Collection on university properties.
These photographs document the buildings – their design, structure, and maintenance – rather than the departmental functions that occur within those spaces. A small number of photos of architectural schematic designs, comprised of drawings and site models, are also incorporated. Materials documenting the historic specimen trees on campus were generated through an independent collaborative botany project in 1985. Additional materials surveying the condition of campus trees and buildings originated in 1991 to document the aftermath of Hurricane Bob.
The furniture and paintings described herein as artworks are original to the properties that were acquired by the university. Many of these items have subsequently been sold at auction. Sculptural works of more recent date have been installed by the university.
These materials are produced by multiple and often unidentified sources – both amateur and professional photographers. While the larger creation of this photograph group is generally attributed to amateur photographers, the employment of professional photographers is a more recent characteristic of the materials in this collection. The images created by professional photographers for institutional use document aerial overviews, property condition surveys, construction and renovation projects, and holdings of select artworks. Professional photographers are cited in individual building descriptive notes.
Also of note in this collection are several reproduction prints obtained from other institutions, such as the Providence Journal Company and the Rhode Island Historical Society. Identification of these images is cited in individual building descriptive notes. Copyrights to these reproductions are owned by the creator of the originating institution, not by Salve Regina.
This group of photographs generally ranges in date from 1947 to 2001, but specific dates of creation for many images are largely unknown. While some of the prints have descriptive captions on the back, the reliability of these postdated notations is questionable, and researchers should make independent confirmations of all caption information. The chronological identification of these images is an approximation; a relative order has been established through attention to physical changes in the content of the photograph as well as changes in the photographic processes. The researcher is advised to consult related materials to clarify any further questions about dates, captions, and image content.
A small number of early photographs reflect the personal design and use of a building by its original owners prior to acquisition and adaptation by the university. These images are identified in individual building descriptive notes.
Aerial photographs have been filed in one of two ways based on their content. Images featuring multiple buildings have been filed together in the subseries "Aerial overview, general campus." Images featuring an individual building have been filed with the subseries for that building.
This collection contains photographic material in multiple formats and dimensions. Included are transparencies (slides and 35 mm and 120 mm negatives), photographic prints ( 3.5 x 5 in., 4 x 6 in., 5 x 7 in., 8 x 10 in., and oversize), and oversized prints of digital photographs.
All materials are housed in sleeves relative to their standard dimension. Characteristic of this collection are a number of (thin) flexible-card mounted prints and (thick) mat-type mounted prints which may require modifications to their housing. Mounted photographs that exceed a standard dimension were placed into a larger sleeve. Descriptive notes for this collection quantify materials by sleeve size not by physical print dimensions.
The images in this photograph group are divided into four subgroups which correspond with related manuscript materials. The subgroups are further divided into series and subseries.
Item arrangement within subseries
The primary physical arrangement of images within a subseries follows a hierarchical scheme related to size and format of the materials. The smallest formats (slides and negatives) are ordered first, with each successive format (prints) increasing in size. Secondary attributes related to chronology and architectural form/space then establish a sequential order across each unit of materials. An exception to this scheme pertains to aerial photographs – aerial photographs of individual buildings, typically larger in size, are ordered at the beginning of an arrangement because they offer an overview of the larger structure.
Within each subseries related to a building, exterior images are introduced first (elevation by elevation with detailed elements interfiled), to be followed by interior images (space by space with detailed elements interfiled), to then be followed by any supplementary images. A generous measure of flexibility exists in arranging such variable materials, as no two buildings are photographed in quite the same way over time. Any exceptions within a scheme are reflected in the descriptive notes for that subseries.
The physical organization of images within an enclosure is ordered chronologically and moves in a counterclockwise arrangement, starting in the upper left corner of a sleeve. Slips of archival paper have been placed in each insert to visually separate elevations and underlying images. These slips also help to minimize the transfer of harmful agents that may cause further deterioration of the materials (acidic mat-type mounts, adhesive residue, stickers, etc.).
Material was found in the University Archives in 2004 with no transfer records, information on provenance, or original order. Photos were most likely transferred from the University Relations department.
Additional accruals are expected in the future. They may be integrated into the current boxes as space permits or added at the end of the collection.
The collection was processed in 2007 by Jodi Goodman, project intern, through grant funding from the Rhode Island Historical Records Advisory Board and the National Historical Publications and Records Commission. Some duplicate photographs were discarded. New finding aid produced in January 2008 by Jodi Goodman, project intern.
RG 19: Collection on university properties
Tom Flanagan’s records (Rodgers Recreation Center and Young Building)
Series 1.1: Owned buildings
Series 1.2: Leased buildings
Series 1.3: Sold buildings
The images in this subgroup date from 1947 to 2001 and comprise three series. This subgroup contains photographs that document individual buildings on campus. Photos are arranged alphabetically by the building's name in 2007. Previous building names may also be noted.
This series contains photographic prints, slides and negatives, and digital photographs documenting the history, construction, and renovation of individual buildings owned by the university as of 2007. These buildings are arranged alphabetically in twenty-nine subseries, with the exception of "Hurricane Bob" and "Individual buildings, oversized materials" which are filed at the end of the series. Individual works of art are filed with the buildings with which they are associated. Material dates from 1947 to 2001.
This subseries contains 18 photographs with aerial views of the general campus to the east and west, ranging in date from 1947/8 to the 1990s, which includes 10 - 5 x 7 in. and 8 - 8 x 10 in. prints. McKillop Library is represented in only one image (8 x 10 in.). A duplicate image of Wakehurst has been filed with that subseries as well. Select images are produced by John Hopf, photographer.
This subseries contains 4 photographs of the west exterior elevation of Angelus Hall, ranging in date from circa 1950s to circa 1980/90s, which includes 1 - 5 x 7 in. and 3 - 8 x 10 in. prints. Featured are images of architectural details including pedimented dormer windows and the central overhang. Select images are produced by Nunes photography (1950/60s) and John Corbett, photographer (1980/90s). See also Marian Hall for an image of Angelus Hall affixed to the back of a mounted image of Marian Hall. See also McAuley Complex for an image featuring the cluster of auxiliary buildings formerly serving Vinland estate.
This subseries contains 7 photographs of the exterior elevations and interior space of the boathouse, ranging in date from circa 1950s to circa 1980/90s, which includes 1 - 4 x 6 in., 3 - 5 x 7 in., and 3 - 8 x 10 in. prints. Featured are images of the interior as a snack bar. See also McAuley Complex for an image featuring the cluster of auxiliary buildings formerly serving Vinland estate. Select images are produced by Nunes photography (1950/60s) and John Corbett, photographer (1980/90s).
This subseries contains 12 photographs of the east and south exterior elevations of Founders Hall, ranging in date from 1970s to 1999, which includes 8 - 3.5 x 5 in., 3 - 4 x 6 in., and 1 - 5 x 7 in. prints. Featured are images of the wraparound porch, upper stories with pedimented dormer windows, and landscaped grounds. Select images are produced by Robert Fagan, photographer (1999).
This subseries contains 9 photographs of the west, south and east exterior elevations of the Gatehouse, ranging in date from circa 1950s to 1999, which includes 2 - 3.5 x 5 in., 3 - 4 x 6 in., 1 - 5 x 7 in., and 3 - 8 x 10 in. prints. Featured are images of the wrought-iron gate as well as the wrought-iron lamp by day and at night. Select images produced by Robert Fagan, photographer (1999).
This subseries contains 10 photographs of schematic designs and the north, east, and south exterior elevations of Hunt and Reefe Halls, ranging in date from 1982 to 1991, which includes 2 - 5 x 7. in. (schematic photographs), 3 - 3.5 x 5 in., 2 - 4 x 6 in., and 3 - 5 x 7 in. prints. Featured are images of an architectural model, interior floor plans, and landscaping (1982). Select images are produced by Eagan Photography (1980s) and John Corbett, photographer (circa 1991).
This subseries contains 1 - 8 x 10 in. mounted photograph of the south exterior elevation of Marian Hall, circa 1950s. An image of Angelus Hall is also affixed to the back of this mounted photograph. See also McAuley Complex for an image featuring the cluster of auxiliary buildings formerly serving Vinland estate.
This subseries contains 1 - 8 x 10 in. mounted photograph circa 1950s featuring the cluster of auxiliary buildings formerly serving Vinland estate, with a caption citing the use of these spaces as "college pub, classrooms, college health center." See also Angelus Hall, Boathouse, and Marian Hall for related images.
This subseries contains 50 photographs of the south, east, and west exterior elevations and interior spaces of McAuley Hall, ranging in date from 1950s to 1990.
This subseries contains 153 photographs and 1 set of negatives of schematic designs, exterior elevations, and interior spaces of McKillop Library, ranging in date from 1988 to 1999. Featured are images of completed exterior construction and aerial photographs.
Select images are produced by John Hopf, photographer (1991), John Corbett, photographer (1990s), and Joseph Silvia, photographer (1999). Additional photographs will be processed at a later date.
This subseries contains 6 photographs of the east and west exterior elevations of Mercy Hall, ranging in date from circa 1961 to 1979, which includes 1 - 3.5 x 5 in., 3 - 5 x 7 in., and 2 - 8 x 10 in. prints. Featured are images of the wrought-iron fence, entry courtyard and upper porch, rear elevation with science wing addition (1961), and adjacent tennis courts. Select images are produced by John Corbett, photographer (1979).
This subseries contains 35 photographs of Whiteholme estate and Miley Hall, ranging in date from 1962 to 1979. Earlier photographs include 6 - 8 x 10 in. images of the landscaped driveway and exterior elevations of Whiteholme. Subsequent photographs of Miley Hall include 1 - 8 x 10 in. (rendering of proposed structure), 10 - 3.5 x 5 in., 2 - 4 x 6 in., 8 - 5 x 7 in., and 8 - 8 x 10 in. prints. Featured are images of the groundbreaking ceremony (October 1963) with Sister M. Hilda Miley, RSM, Mother M. Alban Kerwick, RSM, Sister M. Emily Shanley, RSM, Monsignor Matthew Clarke, and benefactor Cornelius Moore; early construction; Cornelius Moore at the cornerstone dedication; and the south and east exterior elevations. Select images produced by Nunes photography (1960s).
This subseries contains 11 photographs of the south and north exterior elevations and interior space of Moore Hall, ranging in date from 1950 to 1993, which includes 5 - 3.5 x 5 in., 2 - 5 x 7 in., and 4 - 8 x 10 in. prints. Featured are images of the Moore Hall grotto–Lourdes Shrine, benefactor Cornelius Moore, the Sacred Heart Altar, the student lounge with a detail of Sister M. Mercedes Quinton's art students' mural, "The Gay Nineties of Newport," and exterior renovations (1993). Select images are produced by the Providence Journal Company (1950), and John Corbett, photographer (1990s).
This subseries contains 30 photographs of the interior and exterior courtyard elevations and interior space of Munroe Center, ranging in date from 1972 to 1989. The exterior photographs include 1 - 8 x 10 in. (image predates renovation project), 3 - 4 x 6 in., 21 - 5 x 7 in., and 1 - 8 x 10 in. prints. Featured are images of all phases of renovation construction, highlighting work on the courtyard paving, roof and cupola. Select images are produced by John Corbett, photographer (1987), and Del Bogart, photographer (1989). The interior photographs include 4 - 5 x 7 in. images featuring interior construction and design, produced by Kim Fuller, photographer (circa 1987).
This subseries contains 9 photographs of the north and east exterior elevations of North and South Halls, ranging in date from circa 1960 to 1980s, which includes 1 - 3.5 x 5 in., 5 - 4 x 6 in., 2 - 5 x 7 in., and 1 – 8 x 10 in. prints. Featured are the central arch and the coop-like structure atop the spire, and the general site of the structures. One image produced by Eagan photography (1980s). See also Rodgers Recreation Center.
This subseries contains slides, negatives, and 189 photographs of the exterior elevations and interior spaces of Ochre Court, ranging in date from 1947 to 1999.
This subseries contains 31 images of Ochre Lodge and Ochre Lodge Annex ranging in date from 1966 to circa 1988.
This subseries contains 24 photographs of schematic designs, exterior elevations and the interior lobby space of O'Hare Academic Center, ranging in date from 1966 to 1993.
This subseries contains 5 photographs, ranging in date from 1999 to 2001, which includes 3 - 4 x 6 in., and 2 oversized prints. Featured are images of the general site prior to demolition and construction, an architectural rendering of the proposed structure, and the front entrance dedication plaque (2001). See oversized materials. See also Wakehurst for related image of former athletic office/Gardener's Cottage (demolished in 2000 for new construction).
This subseries contains 4 - 4 x 6 in. photographs of the west and south exterior elevations of 61 Shepard Avenue circa 1989. Featured are images of the exterior prior to renovation (circa 2002), the grounds, and the Wakehurst wall prior to modifications in 1991.
This subseries contains 2 - 5 x 7 in. photographs of the north exterior elevation of Tobin Hall.
This subseries contains 138 photographs of the exterior elevations and interior spaces of Wakehurst, ranging in date from 1945 to 2001.
This subseries contains 8 - 3.5 x 5 in. photographs of the east exterior elevation and grounds of 87 Victoria Avenue.
This subseries contains 1 - 8 x 10 in. aerial photograph of the north exterior elevation of Wallace Hall, circa 1990s.
This subseries contains 36 photographs of the schematic designs, east and west exterior elevations, and interior spaces of the Watts Sherman House, ranging in date from 1951 to 1980s.
This subseries contains 3 photographs of the east and south exterior elevations of Wetmore, which includes 1 - 8 x 10 in. aerial image and 2 - 5 x 7 in. prints. Featured is an image of the east entry, produced by John Corbett, photographer (1980/90s).
This subseries contains 3 slides and 5 photographs of the west exterior elevation of the Young Building, ranging in date from circa 1990s to 2002, which includes 3 slides circa 2002, 2 - 5 x 7 in., 2 - 8 x 10 in., and 1 oversized prints. Featured are images of the decorative roof, driveway lantern at night, and ornamental wrought-iron entry gate. Select images produced by Kim Fuller, photographer (1990s). See oversized materials.
This subseries contains 72 photographs surveying Hurricane Bob storm damage (August 1991) to the campus buildings and grounds and related clean-up, which includes 2 sets of corresponding images - 3.5 x 5 in. and 4 x 6 in. (an image of Moore Hall is missing), and 25 - 8 x 10 in. prints. Featured are campus grounds, Fairlawn Carriage House grounds, Founders Hall grounds, Gatehouse grounds, McAuley Hall and grounds, Miley Hall grounds, Moore Hall grounds, North/South Halls grounds, Ochre Court fence, O’Hare fence/Ochre Point Ave., O'Hare Academic Center grounds, and Watts Sherman grounds. The 8 x 10 in. photographs are produced by John Corbett, photographer (1991).
This subseries contains oversized photographic and digital prints of individual buildings owned and leased by the university, which have been noted in individual subseries' descriptions.
These images are arranged by overall size and weight to maximize preservation of photographic materials.
This series contains photographic prints documenting individual buildings leased by the university at any time prior to 2007. Material dates from circa 1980 to 1999.
These buildings are arranged alphabetically in three subseries.
This subseries contains 8 photographs of the north, west and south exterior elevations of Carey Mansion, ranging in date from circa 1980s to 1999, which includes 1 - 5 x 7 in. aerial photograph, 1 - 8 x 10 in. aerial photograph, 4 - 3.5 x 5 in., 1 - 4 x 6 in. and 1 - 8 x 10 in. mounted photograph (oversize). Featured are the grounds, tower door, and Seaview dormitory. Select images are produced by John Hopf, photographer (1980s), and Robert Fagan, photographer (1999). See oversized materials. See also Wallace Hall for a partial aerial view of Carey Mansion.
This subseries contains 1 - 5 x 7 in. photograph of the west exterior elevation of the Pell School (circa 1980s), which features an image of the entry portico. The orientation of this architectural image does not correspond to the building accurately - it appears that the negative had been inverted prior to printing.
This subseries contains 1 oversized photograph of the south elevation of Narragansett Hall circa 1980. Featured details include a wraparound porch, pedimented dormer windows, and porticos. See oversized materials.
This series contains photographic prints documenting individual buildings sold by the university at any time prior to 2007. Material dates from circa 1959 to 1980.
These buildings are arranged alphabetically in three subseries.
This subseries contains 5 photographs of the exterior elevations of Conley Hall, ranging in date from circa 1968 to 1980, including 1 - 3.5 x 5 in., 1 - 4 x 6 in., and 3 - 8 x 10 in. prints. Featured are images of the front elevation and the backyard when it was leased for use by an America's Cup crew. Select images produced by Paul J. Mello (1980).
This subseries contains 1 - 8 x 10 in. photograph of the interior of Queen Hall, circa 1959, produced by John Hopf, photographer. Featured is an image of the front entry hall appointed with its original furnishings.
This subseries contains 4 photographs of the exterior and interior of St. Joseph's Hall, circa 1960s, which includes 1 - 4 x 6 in., and 3 - 8 x 10 in. prints. Featured are images with a partial view of the front corner elevation and an image of the front entry hall appointed with institutional furnishings. Select images by Nunes photography (1960s).
Series 2.1: Sampus tree survey project Series 2.2: General campus grounds
The images in subgroup 2, Landscapes and trees, date from 1985 and comprise two series of approximately 313 photographs (5.52 linear feet: 5 binder boxes). This subgroup contains photographs that document landscape elements that are found throughout campus, with a special focus on the historic specimen trees.
Related manuscript material is cataloged in RG 19: Collection on university properties.
This series contains slides, negatives and photographic prints documenting the campus tree survey project conducted in 1985 by Salve professor of art Angelo Marinosci and Appalachian State University professor of biology John J. Bond.
These project materials are arranged alphabetically in seven subseries by subject.
This subseries contains 2 sets of negatives (35 mm), 1 - 8 x 10 in. contact sheet (no correspondence to negatives), and 2 - 5 x 8 in. photographs documenting the project methodology and general campus specimen trees. Featured are images of Silvia? and students, as well as miscellaneous specimen tree bark and foliage. See related manuscript materials, including keyed specimens.
This subseries contains 7 sets of negatives (35 mm) and corresponding contact sheets (select images are highlighted in yellow and one sheet features the notation "color drawings finished"), and 6 slides (color). Featured are images of miscellaneous specimen tree bark. See related manuscript materials, including keyed specimens.
This subseries contains 3 sets of slides (56 total) by Angelo, documenting specimen trees on campus grounds at Wakehurst, O'Hare, McAuley, Ochre Court, Miley, and Angelus, and additional project methodology. Featured are images of the following numbered specimen trees: 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, 15, 17, 19, 20, 21, 24, 27, 28, 31, 35, 36, 38, 41, 42, 45, and 49. See related manuscript materials, including keyed specimens and map.
This subseries contains 5 sets of 120 mm negatives and corresponding 8 x 10 in. contact sheets (select images are outlined in red marker), as well as 23 - 8 x 10 in. select photographs (interfiled) documenting the form, bark, and foliage of specimen trees on campus grounds at Miley Hall. Featured are images of the following numbered specimen trees: 3, 26, 33, 34, 35, 37, 39, 50, and 51. See related manuscript materials, including keyed specimens, map, and individual descriptions.
This subseries contains 4 sets of 120 mm negatives and corresponding 8 x 10 in. contact sheets as well as 2 - 8 x 10 in. photographs (interfiled) documenting the form, bark, and foliage of specimen trees on campus grounds at Ochre Court. Featured are images of the following numbered specimen trees: 12, 19 (bark), 20 (foliage), 32. See related manuscript materials, including keyed specimens, map, and individual descriptions.
This subseries contains 8 sets of 120 mm negatives and corresponding 8 x 10 in. contact sheets as well as 2 - 8 x 10 in. photographs (interfiled) documenting the form, bark, and foliage of specimen trees on campus grounds at O'Hare. Featured are images of the following numbered specimen trees: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 (foliage and bark), 10, 11, 13, 16, 18, 27, 28, and 40. See related manuscript materials, including keyed specimens, map, and individual descriptions.
This subseries contains 11 sets of 120 mm negatives and corresponding 8 x 10 in. contact sheets as well as 23 - select 8 x 10 in. photographs (interfiled) documenting the form, bark, and foliage of specimen trees on campus grounds at Wakehurst. Featured are select images of the following numbered specimen trees: 2; 15, 22, 24, 25, 31, 38, 42, 45, 47 and 48. See related manuscript materials, including keyed specimens, and map.
This series is intended to contain images of campus landscapes and plantings. Additional accruals are expected. As of 2008, this series contains 1 - 8 x 10 photograph documenting specimen tree 9, Horse Chestnut on campus grounds at McAuley/O'Hare. See manuscript materials for campus tree survey project, including keyed specimens, and map.
The images in subgroup 3, Neighboring areas and Cliff Walk, are undated (2 photographs). This subgroup is intended to contain images of the Cliff Walk and properties that are bordering or near the campus but were never owned or leased by the university. Additional accruals are expected. As of 2008, this subgroup contains 2 - 8 x 10 photographs of the Cliff Walk near Salve Regina.
The image in subgroup 4, Associated people, is undated (1 photograph). This subgroup is intended to contain images connected to people who are associated with multiple buildings, usually as an architect or landscape architect. Additional accruals are expected. As of 2008, this subgroup contains 1 - 8 x 10 photograph of R.M. Hunt's studio in Newport.